1954 Rover P4 vs. 2012 Nissan Rogue
To start off, 2012 Nissan Rogue is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Rogue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Rogue (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1954 Rover P4. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Rogue should accelerate faster than 1954 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Rogue weights approximately 130 kg more than 1954 Rover P4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Rover P4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1954 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Rogue, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Nissan Rogue (237 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Rover P4. (138 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Rogue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Rover P4 | 2012 Nissan Rogue | |
Make | Rover | Nissan |
Model | P4 | Rogue |
Year Released | 1954 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4656 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2690 mm |